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W97 TPW

2000 Lotus Elise

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,402 mi
Last recorded46,402 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Lotus Elise39,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lotus
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW97 TPW
MakeLotus
ModelElise
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2026 46,402 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 46,074 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 45,192 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,349 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2010 41,805 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 39,882 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 39,221 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elise?

Based on 150,954 MOT tests across 12,302 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
1,309
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,173
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,131
Headlamp aim too high 3,014
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 2,630
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 1,898
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W97 TPW is a 2000 Lotus Elise in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Lotus Elise models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 39,929 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elise fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 3,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W97 TPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elise typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 26 years old, this Lotus Elise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W97 TPW registered?

W97 TPW is a 2000 Lotus Elise, first registered on 14 June 2000.

Is W97 TPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W97 TPW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W97 TPW have outstanding finance?

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